Crafts, history, a book, parks will keep kids entertained

Families are encouraged to drop in to Artspace Mackay this month for Christmas craft activities for all ages.

Make fun projects using the materials provided, and then take them with you to display at home.

No bookings are required.

CHRISTMAS for Kids events are being held today - at Walkerston Library from 10-11.30am and at Mirani Library from 2-3.30pm.

TAKE a step back in time and educate your children on the history of our region by exploring the iconic Greenmount Homestead.

As one of Mackay's most valued historic attractions, the grounds contain a number of buildings including a 1915 Queenslander homestead, which houses a collection of 20,000-plus historical items.

LET your kids' imagination run wild this school holidays with the Summer Reading Club being held at all of Isaac Regional Council's libraries.

IF YOU'RE struggling to keep the kids busy during the school holidays get down to one of the Mackay region's many parks. There are plenty of playgrounds throughout the area such as the state-of-the-art all-abilities playground at Iluka Park in East Mackay.